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All cyclists must adhere to 20mph speed limits during time trials in Britain – as governing body cites safety concerns and risk of causing “public outrage”

New guidance issued by Cycling Time Trials also aims to prevent riders gaining an “unfair advantage”, and says that any course with a 20mph section should be avoided if a suitable alternative is available

Wed, Feb 07, 2024 11:43
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Tom Pidcock claims famous Strava KOM… but quickly deletes ride; A ‘cyclists dismount’ sign for the ages; Mark Cavendish signs Tour Colombia fan’s… slightly creepy Cav doll; Sam Bennett: “I’ve been s***” + more on the live blog

Welcome to the Wednesday live blog... Dan Alexander is here to bring you everything you need to know (and plenty you probably don't) from the world of cycling today

Wed, Feb 07, 2024 09:18
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Cycling clothing brand Mamnick accuses Rapha of “stealing brand message” by using term first popularised during the Falklands War

Mamnick has accused Rapha's 'Yomp Rally' bikepacking event of copying its "cycling philosophy" – however Rapha says "we don't believe the term yomp is owned by anyone" and insists there is "enough separation to coexist peacefully"

Tue, Feb 06, 2024 12:38
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UCI orders pro team to stop using Ekoi’s radical new road pedals an hour before race start

The last-minute intervention meant the Nice Métropole Côte d’Azur team had to scramble to find alternative pedals before stage 2 of Etoile de Bessèges began. Ekoi insists the ban is temporary and due to an “admin issue”

Tue, Feb 06, 2024 12:03
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“What kind of sick joke is this?” Cyclist blasts new “suicide” contraflow bike lane that “invites conflict”; “Invisible” cycle lane kerbs a danger to motorists and pedestrians; Disc brakes: The secret to winning the rainbow jersey? + more on the live blog

After failing to find a wealthy backer for his breakaway live blog project, Ryan Mallon’s back with his tail between his legs and all the latest cycling news and views on the old, traditional, historic Tuesday live blog

Tue, Feb 06, 2024 10:04
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More redundancies at Zwift as co-CEO resigns, but company insists “business is healthy” and “our community is growing”

Layoffs come 10 months on from Zwift cutting its workforce by 15 per cent, the latest redundancies coming as the company says it "remains a healthy, global business with a passionate community"

Tue, Feb 06, 2024 09:23
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Tenways unveils its first electric cargo bike with a big bucket, a Bafang mid-motor and indicators

The Cargo One is the first e-cargo bike for the Dutch brand and has a 250kg carrying capacity

Mon, Feb 05, 2024 17:31
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Cyclist sues Shimano and Trek for $2 million after brake lever “impaled” foot-long wound in thigh

The lawsuit alleges the injury was sustained when the cyclist lost balance trying to avoid a crash, and claims his left thigh was torn open by the lever and required three operations in hospital

Mon, Feb 05, 2024 17:20
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When road.cc goes slightly off-road: 9 products added to road.cc Recommends from Castelli, Enigma, Lauf, Yamaha, Santini + more

This off-roady edition is packed with titanium bikes and other goodness that has received high praise in recent road.cc reviews

Mon, Feb 05, 2024 15:21
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Road rage motorist who tried to punch cyclist and threw bike fined £600, given six penalty points and ordered to pay for repairs

The road.cc reader involved decided to "go the restorative justice route" rather than a court case, the driver arrested soon after trying to hit the cyclist and damaging his bike

Mon, Feb 05, 2024 12:40
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Government falsely claimed it blocked low-traffic schemes, documents suggest

Papers obtained by a campaign group taking legal action over cuts to active travel budget show Active Travel England deemed council applications to be insufficiently ambitious to receive funding, and transport secretary Mark Harper had no role in decision

Mon, Feb 05, 2024 11:20
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“If we must have more trams, let them take space from cars”: Cyclists “horrified” at plans to replace bike path with new tram line; Paris votes to triple SUV parking fees; Štybar “shed tears” during final home worlds; Bikeayo Saka + more on the live blog

Just like the crushing inevitability of another Mathieu van der Poel cyclocross victory, it’s Monday – but don’t worry, as Ryan Mallon is here to ease you into the week with all the latest cycling news on the live blog

Mon, Feb 05, 2024 10:20
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Man who assaulted shop worker and stole bike jailed

Nottinghamshire Police say robbery left victim “shaken and scared”

Sun, Feb 04, 2024 14:46
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Six teens arrested after cyclists targeted in hit-and-run crashes in Melbourne

One victim remains in hospital in serious but stable condition

Sun, Feb 04, 2024 14:09
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Near Miss of the Day 890: Scaffolding truck driver makes very close pass on cyclist

Our regular feature of near misses - today it's London

Sat, Feb 03, 2024 16:02
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Spectacular new cycling and walking bridge across River Trent in Nottingham planned

Work on crossing will start in coming months, bridge opens next year

Sat, Feb 03, 2024 15:18
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Head teacher of school in Exeter low traffic neighbourhood urges parents to take care after pupil knocked off bike

“Putting the children at risk is not acceptable,” says Neil Williams of Ladysmith Junior School

Sat, Feb 03, 2024 11:53
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Can you afford to be a faster cyclist in 2024? Invest in Assos’ £5,670 skinsuit pack, life-size Van Aert + Evenepoel dummies, self-lifting bike racks, a rearview safety “revolution”, new Shimano shades + more

The Olympics are drawing closer and that brings us interesting news, plus we've had a look at new glasses, rearview camera and more tech stuff

Sat, Feb 03, 2024 11:00
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Speeding driver who killed cyclist sentenced to four years in jail

Aaron Metcalfe was driving his BMW at nearly twice the speed limit when he crashed into Mariusz Zak in Hull

Sat, Feb 03, 2024 10:09
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Near Miss of the Day 889: Police refuse to act on cyclist’s submission and claim they require the “bike to be visible in the footage” to determine a close pass

“Going forward if we cannot see any part of the reporting parties bike we will now not proceed with these cases,” said Thames Valley Police

Fri, Feb 02, 2024 18:48
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Cargo bike delivery company Pedal Me goes into administration after failing to reach agreement with HMRC over debts

The e-cargo bike company said that shareholders have managed to buy back assets from administration, preserving jobs and offering increased liquidity

Fri, Feb 02, 2024 17:08
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This crowdfunded carbon fibre e-bike apparently has Michael Owen on its “ambassador team”

The Tezeus C8 comes with a proprietary mid-drive motor and a claimed weight of just 15kg

Fri, Feb 02, 2024 16:17
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British Cycling hopes to deliver Tour of Britain and women’s edition in 2024

The governing body accepted that delivering the races will be "incredibly challenging" but said there had been "positive discussions with partners" with a view to reviving the professional British racing scene after months of uncertainty

Fri, Feb 02, 2024 15:33
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Pro cyclists who posted racist gesture during race in China asked to teach the “values of cycling” to junior riders

Madis Mihkels and Gerben Thijssen, who ride for UCI WorldTour team Intermarché–Wanty, also made a financial contribution to the team’s junior cycling academy, as a final disciplinary measure for their racist gestures

Fri, Feb 02, 2024 15:32
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Turbans can reduce the risk of head injuries in cyclists but not “as effective as helmets”, study finds

Researchers found the traditional Sikh headgear also offers “superior” protection compared to conventional bike helmets in some scenarios

Fri, Feb 02, 2024 12:35
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